• High fidelity simulation: Using to technology to enhance simulation in Paramedic Practice

    High fidelity simulation: Using to technology to enhance simulation in Paramedic Practice  “The paramedic team have recently been experimenting with simulation and social media to simulate techniques that replicate ‘real-world’ activities and provides students with the opportunity to explore their own learning in a controlled environment.  It can be difficult to ensure both the fidelity…

  • Using technology to gather student feedback

    The proactive approach to collecting student module evaluations using tablet computers What happens? The Faculty Business Support Team (BST) worked collaboratively with the academic staff regarding improving student completion of module evaluations. A variety of IT issues affected students being able to log on with their hand-held devices. Academic staff book the services of the…

  • Working Lunch!

    What happens? At this time of year with placements looming and assessment deadlines on the horizon, not to mention 1st Teaching Posts to apply for, time is of the essence. So to support students during this potentially difficult period of time, over in Design and Technology teaching spaces are booked over the lunch period, which…

  • Placement support app

    What happens? This app, which will be piloted from September 2017, is proposed to provide support and useful information to 3rd year students whilst on placement. It will enable them to have instant access to and understand issues such as safeguarding and conflict resolution. Practical details such as travel information will also be included. What…

  • ‘Transition Days’

    The format and content of ‘Transition Days’ at Levels 4 to 5, and 5 to 6 What happens? The transition days offer students the opportunity to attend sessions, outside of semester one and two, to learn and be informed about the transition they will be making, academically and also personally, between either levels 4-5 or…

  • Creative assessment

    The creativity of assessment, specifically the use of imagery and visualisation in presentations What happens? Given the nature of the student cohort and their potential future careers, it was felt necessary to ensure that they were able to convey information using a range of mediums, in particular the use of imagery and visualisation. This assessment…

  • TEL support for staff

    The support provided for staff in the development of Technology Enhanced Learning including a dedicated Digital Productivity Lab What happens? Having a dedicated Digital Productivity Lab (DPL) where support for Faculty staff is provided by both LTD and the Faculty SOLSTICE fellows allows the development of creative learning materials that can be used in the virtual…